Butternut Squash Flatbread with Caramelized Leeks

Forget delivery and create a healthy pizza of your own! White or red sauce, meat lovers of vegetarian, there’s no right or wrong way to make a homemade pizza! Simply add your favorite toppings (or whatever leftovers you have in the fridge) to a homemade or store bought pizza dough and bake it in the oven for an easy and delicious dinner!

Looking for something a little more gourmet that you can pair with a great glass of wine? Try this Butternut Squash Flatbread featuring sweet butternut squash, savory caramelized leeks, aromatic shallots, nutritious kale and sharp Gruyere for a delicious and healthier version of your basic pizza!

Place cubed butternut squash on a baking sheet covered in foil (for easy cleanup). Coat with 2 Tbsp olive oil, salt, pepper, and nutmeg. Bake uncovered in oven for 20-30 minutes or until tender. Remove from oven and set aside.

While squash is baking, sauté the leeks. In a large skillet on medium-high heat, sauté leeks with 1 Tbsp olive oil. Stir frequently and cook until browned and caramelized (about 20 minutes).

Add garlic and shallots to the leeks and cook another 2 minutes.

In a small bowl, massage kale pieces with 1 Tbsp olive oil until well coated.

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